For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 1,146 students in 71635, AR.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 71635, AR are Crossett Elementary School and Crossett Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 71635 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Arkansas public elementary school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 39% statewide average). Elementary schools in 71635, AR have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Arkansas public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary school average of 43% (majority Black).
Best 71635, AR Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Crossett Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 16%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1100 Camp Rd
Crossett, AR 71635
(870) 364-6521
Crossett, AR 71635
(870) 364-6521
Gr: PK-4 | 702 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Crossett Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
100 Petersburg Rd
Crossett, AR 71635
(870) 364-4712
Crossett, AR 71635
(870) 364-4712
Gr: 5-8 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
71635, Arkansas Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Alpha Alternative High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
219 Main
Crossett, AR 71635
(870) 364-8192
Crossett, AR 71635
(870) 364-8192
Gr: 7-12 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
203 West Sixth Avenue
Crossett, AR 71635
(870) 364-8971
Crossett, AR 71635
(870) 364-8971
Gr: 5-6 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Hastings Elementary School (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
305 Oak Street
Crossett, AR 71635
(870) 364-3183
Crossett, AR 71635
(870) 364-3183
Gr: PK-12 | 100 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
211 School Road
Crossett, AR 71635
(870) 364-5101
Crossett, AR 71635
(870) 364-5101
Gr: PK-1 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 71635, AR?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 71635, AR include Crossett Elementary School and Crossett Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 71635?
2 public elementary schools are located in 71635.
What is the racial composition of students in 71635?
71635 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Black), which is less than the Arkansas public elementary schools average of 43% (majority Black).
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